2005 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 212 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Subaru Impreza (307 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sportage | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Sportage | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |